The Joyful Deli
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About The Joyful Deli
The Joyful Deli is a family-run deli and restaurant on Ilkley Rd in Ilkley, where dogs are welcome both inside and out. The kitchen cooks food fresh to order, with sourdough pizza on the menu and tomato and garlic bread served alongside a side salad. Artisan breads and cakes are for sale, and pistachio cake and scones are among the baking. Eggs, plants and produce are sold too. Jazz plays in the background while you eat. A back garden is set up for evenings, which gives dog owners more room to stay on. A barn is being finished on the site.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dog-friendly seating, jazz background music, pistachio cake and sourdough pizza.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dog-friendly seating, jazz background music, pistachio cake and sourdough pizza.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast and lunch draw most of the praise at The Joyful Deli, with reviewers pointing to the freshly cooked food, the sourdough pizza, the tomato and garlic bread, and a side salad that surpassed expectations. Close behind are the coffee and baked goods, including pistachio cake, scones mentioned as a reason to return, and artisan breads and cakes for sale. Several describe a warm, relaxed welcome, jazz or gentle music in the background, and dogs made to feel at home, while one reviewer calls the tapas evening exquisite. The outdoor area and garden also earn mentions, and one reviewer compares the setting to a taste of Italy. Some travel a long way to visit. Value draws the main complaint. One takeaway cheese salad sandwich was described as mostly bread with a little grated cheese, one lettuce leaf and three slices of tomato, and another visitor found a slice of cake far too expensive. That visitor was also redirected between seating areas and told coffee was not possible, so they settled for tea, juice and two slices of cake.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast and lunch draw most of the praise at The Joyful Deli, with reviewers pointing to the freshly cooked food, the sourdough pizza, the tomato and garlic bread, and a side salad that surpassed expectations. Close behind are the coffee and baked goods, including pistachio cake, scones mentioned as a reason to return, and artisan breads and cakes for sale. Several describe a warm, relaxed welcome, jazz or gentle music in the background, and dogs made to feel at home, while one reviewer calls the tapas evening exquisite. The outdoor area and garden also earn mentions, and one reviewer compares the setting to a taste of Italy. Some travel a long way to visit. Value draws the main complaint. One takeaway cheese salad sandwich was described as mostly bread with a little grated cheese, one lettuce leaf and three slices of tomato, and another visitor found a slice of cake far too expensive. That visitor was also redirected between seating areas and told coffee was not possible, so they settled for tea, juice and two slices of cake.
Featured reviews
- A T
“Popped in for coffee and cake during a walk the other week. We were initially directed to the garden area towards the back but then told we could only sit at the front if we were only having hot drinks. We were then told that coffee would not be possible… So, we opted for a fruit juice, tea and two slices of cake. The cakes were good but i wished I’d asked how much they were before I’d ordered - £7 is just a bit nuts for a slice of cake! £20 total for two drinks and two slices of cake”
- NewIlk78
“5 stars all round! What a gem, sat outside for an amazing breakfast in the sun with relaxing music in the background with fantastic service. Also took a look at the idilic back garden which looks set up for Fri & Sat evenings. Looking forward to returning. Highly recommend.”
- Richard Smith
“Excellent impromptu lunch. Setting is fantastic - a little taste of Italy! Menu had a great choice for couples and kids. 5* - I’ll be finding an excuse to come back again.”
- Alexandra Knowles
“We drove from Wakefield to try this deli and we were not disappointed 😍 The ladies who served us went above and beyond, the sourdough pizza was insanely good 😁 the service was impeccable and I can't wait to come back to try the scones.”
- Tipperman king
“Order a cheese salad sandwich to take away for lunch, first of al the price was £5 and second since when did a salad consist of just one piece of lettuce, 3 slices of tomato and cucumber?? Sorry it was awful 😖 mostly bread with a bit of grated cheese. Would not return or recommend.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“A small friendly family run business. Fully licensed to sell alcohol for consumption on or off the premises. Our Food is homemade to a very high standard with locally sourced ingredients. Fresh bread and eggs available daily, and plants & produce. Children and dogs always welcome. Come and enjoy the experience, you will feel like you are on holiday.”
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Popular for breakfast
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Delivery
Show more amenities
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Service options· 2
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 8
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Parking
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Highlights· 5
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Restaurants near The Joyful Deli
- Forde Ilkley4.6872 mi£30–60Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
sunday roast, nut roast, sharing plates
- Diamonds cafe4.64275.2 mi away£1–10Good for kids
tawa platter, lamb karahi, meat chops
- Rooster's Keighley3.43505.2 mi away
spicy chicken wings, crispy chicken coating, grilled chicken and wings
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Joyful DeliOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.6286 | — | £10–20 | dog-friendly seating, jazz background music, pistachio cake |
| Forde IlkleyOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.687 | 2 mi | £30–60 | sunday roast, nut roast, sharing plates |
| Diamonds cafeGood for kids | 4.6427 | 5.2 mi away | £1–10 | tawa platter, lamb karahi, meat chops |
| Rooster's Keighley | 3.4350 | 5.2 mi away | — | spicy chicken wings, crispy chicken coating, grilled chicken and wings |
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